The 2026 Video Trends Guide

Discover the trends that will define video in 2026. This is your roadmap to the visual styles, content shifts, and cultural forces shaping the next era of creativity.

Video is evolving faster than ever — and in a world where AI can generate anything instantly, audiences are craving something different: originality, emotion, and point of view.

Allow us to introduce the Age of the Artist.

Our 2026 Video Trends Guide reveals the five visual trends and three major content trends that will shape the creative landscape next year. From handcrafted collage animations to dreamlike escapism to the importance of showing your work, this guide gives you the insights you need to stay ahead of the curve.

Built from expert perspectives, cultural research, and hundreds of hours exploring emerging aesthetics, this guide is designed to spark ideas and elevate your creative strategy, helping you make videos that stand out in the crowd. 

You’ll uncover:

  • The 5 visual trends reshaping video aesthetics
  • How cultural shifts — from sports to transparency to in-person connection — are influencing content
  • Actionable ways to bring each trend into your own creative process
  • Expert insights from designers, filmmakers, and marketing leaders

Download the guide now for your 2026 creative jumpstart.